Sonya McKean
Chicago
Summary
Person[a]l Growth: A Play-By-Post RPG System/Game, 12/20- Present
- Created multiple documents and spreadsheets to allow player interaction with the system.
- Ran a pair of play tests with a team of 10-15 people each, and collected and organized their feedback.
- Collaborating with co-creator to recreate the system in accordance with play tester feedback.
- Maintaining clear communication and public updates as the system progresses over time.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Tutor
Independant
Bloomington, IN
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Tutored advanced level mathematics course material one-on-one with university students.
- Taught helpful studying techniques to enrich learning experience.
- Built students’ confidence in mathematical understanding and assisted them in reaching their potential.
Math Department Intern
Indiana University Mathematics Department
Bloomington, IN
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Tutored small student groups on all levels of math instruction in the University Math Learning Center.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Assisted students with homework and exam preparation, using constructive feedback, increasing their academic performance and confidence.
- Adapted my tutoring strategies to accommodate diverse student learning styles and abilities.
Virtual Mathematics Tutor
Mastery Learning Hour
Indianapolis, IN
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Tutored low-income middle and high school students on math homework.
- Implemented engaging teaching techniques to increase motivation and participation in mathematics in an online environment.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
Chicago, IL, U.S.05.2026
Bachelor’s of Science - Computer Science
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN, U.S.05.2023
Bachelor’s of Science - Mathematics
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN, U.S.05.2023
Skills
- Java, Python, Spreadsheet Handling, Tutoring - Highly Skilled
- Coursework: Data Structures, Numerical Analysis, Human-Computer Interaction, Applied AI, AI 2
- HTML, JS, SQL, C#, Technical Communication - Skilled
- Data Analysis, Technical Writing, Game Design, Team Coordination - Proficient
- Agile Development, Scrum Methods, Game Development - Moderately Proficient
Timeline
Mathematics Tutor
Independant
06.2023 - 12.2023
Math Department Intern
Indiana University Mathematics Department
08.2021 - 05.2023
Virtual Mathematics Tutor
Mastery Learning Hour
03.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor’s of Science - Computer Science
Indiana University
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
Bachelor’s of Science - Mathematics
Indiana University